James Mitchell

Senior Construction Project Manager with extensive experience overseeing luxury residential construction, ground-up custom homes, and large-scale renovations throughout Massachusetts. Proven success managing multimillion-dollar projects from preconstruction through final completion while coordinating architects, engineers, subcontractors, inspectors, and high-profile homeowners. Expert in budgeting, scheduling, permitting, subcontractor management, and complex site development.

Strong background delivering projects under budget and ahead of schedule while maintaining exceptional quality standards and client satisfaction. Skilled in Buildertrend, CoConstruct, Microsoft Project, blueprint interpretation, and construction workflow optimization.

Project Supervisor at Coda Managed Homes (2025-01 – Present)

Managed multiple luxury residential construction and renovation projects simultaneously, overseeing all phases from demolition and site preparation through final finishes and homeowner turnover.

• Oversaw the interior demolition and renovation of an 11,000 sq. ft., $12M Victorian residence, including a full kitchen remodel, six bathroom renovations, and exterior painting upgrades.
• Managed subcontractors for demolition, plumbing, electrical, finish carpentry, and painting while coordinating directly with homeowners and investors.
• Directed construction of a 5,000 sq. ft., $2.6M luxury addition, overseeing excavation, foundation installation, and all major subcontractor trades.
• Oversaw demolition of an existing 4,000 sq. ft. property and managed ground-up construction of a 14,000 sq. ft., $8M all-electric luxury residence.
• Coordinated removal of 40 large trees and supervised extensive ledge hammering and rock removal operations over a two-month excavation period.
• Worked closely with architects, engineers, and Town of Newton inspectors to maintain code compliance and project progression.
• Directed all subcontractor operations including excavation, framing, roofing, electrical, plumbing, drywall, painting, finish carpentry, landscaping, and window/door installation.

Project Manager at Boston North Development (2022-01 – 2025-01)

Directed high-end, multimillion-dollar residential construction projects while maintaining schedule performance, budget control, and strong client relationships.

• Completed a $2.5M carriage house conversion 10% under budget.
• Spearheaded construction of a luxury beachfront home completed one month early and 5% under budget.
• Managed development of two luxury ocean-view condominiums while maintaining a $1.9M budget with 10% savings.
• Directed demolition and remodeling of a fire-damaged apartment building with upgraded sprinkler and electrical systems.

Project Manager / Estimator at Ferrara Remodeling & Installation (2019-01 – 2022-01)

• Increased company production by 25% through improved inventory management and workflow planning.
• Obtained Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License – Unrestricted (CSL) in 2022.
• Completed high-value residential projects ahead of schedule, increasing profitability and client satisfaction.

Project Manager / Estimator at Costello Construction (2017-01 – 2018-01)

• Generated $1.6M in sales through strategic relationship development and referrals.
• Improved estimation accuracy through implementation of a new pricing methodology.
• Completed luxury multimillion-dollar projects on time and within budget.

Project Manager at J4 Property Management (2015-01 – 2017-01)

• Managed commercial office renovations and specialized medical office projects.
• Reduced labor costs by 12% through strategic subcontractor negotiations.

Director of Operations at James Mitchell Construction (2009-01 – 2015-01)

• Grew company revenue to over $1M annually while overseeing operational expansion.
• Recognized as one of the largest cedar impression siding installers in the Northeast by Harvey Industries.
• Received Best Design Award from CertainTeed Manufacturers.
• Featured by Boston Magazine for Victorian mansion design work in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts.

Unrestricted CSL